Photo courtesy of Spinelli - Ricciuti Funeral Home - Ansonia
Ansonia, Connecticut
Sep 10, 2014 – Jul 28, 2018 (Age 3)
SEYMOUR: Elianna (“Ellie”) Grace Soucy, age 3, died in the early hours of Saturday, July 28, 2018, at Yale-New Haven Hospital, with her parents by her side. She passed from a respiratory infection after valiantly battling AML leukemia. Ellie’s courage and bravery throughout her illness was an inspiration to all who knew her.
Ellie was born on Sept. 10, 2014, and her infectious smile carried her through her short life. She delighted in her love of music, play and family. For a brief time, she was a preschool student at Chatfield LoPresti School in Seymour. A few months ago, a Make-A-Wish trip to Disney World fulfilled her dream of meeting her beloved Princess Elena in person and provided life-long special memories for her family.
Ellie is survived by her loving and dedicated parents, Cynthia and Jason Soucy and her devoted big sister, Charlotte, all of Seymour. She will be sadly missed by her grandparents, Yves and Lillian Allen of Seymour and Arthur and Rosemarie Soucy of Shelton. Also cherishing her memory are her aunts, Jeannie (Peter) Rubsam of Wilton, Vicki (James Marshall) Gyba of Oxford and Kristine (Thomas) Re of Shelton. Ellie had a profound love for her cousins, Alyssa, Emily, Matthew, Logan, Andrew and Jenna and they will miss her terribly. Last, but certainly not least, Ellie loved her cats Min-Min and Tiny.
The family wishes to thank all caregivers at Yale-New Haven Hospital, especially Dr. Stephanie Massaro, Dr. Niketa Shah and all of the nurses and therapists who took such wonderful care of her. Also thank you to Children’s Medical Associates and the hundreds of members of Elianna’s Warriors whose prayers and wishes for Ellie have carried us through our journey. An angel on earth has become our angel in heaven.
Visiting hours will be held on Thursday August 2, 2018, from 3:00 to 7:00 pm in the chapel of the SPINELLI-RICCIUTI/BEDNAR-OSIECKI FUNERAL HOME, 62 Beaver Street in Ansonia. On Friday, her funeral will take place at 10:00 am (Please meet directly) at Holy Rosary Church, 10 Father Salemi Drive in Ansonia for a Mass of Christian Burial. Interment will follow in Riverside Cemetery in Shelton. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Cynthia and Jason Soucy to help with Ellie’s expenses. Please make checks payable to Cynthia Soucy and remit to the funeral home. For more information, please visit www.spinelliricciutifh.com.
Read MoreI am so very sorry for the loss of your daughter. My heart breaks for you.
August 04, 2018 | Acquaintance
Dear Soucy family,
Im deeply sorry for your loss of Elianna. She was an amazing sweet little girl whose smile left such a warm impression on anyone she met. Thinking of your family during this difficult time.
Kelly Reilly-Ennis
August 03, 2018 | Seymour, CT | Friend
À toute la famille Soucy et Allen,
veuillez recevoir nos plus sincères condoléances pour le décès d'Elianna. Nous avons appris sa mort avec un grand bouleversement. La mort d'un enfant est une épreuve incommensurable. Les mots n'apaisent pas une tristesse comme celle-là et nous espérons que votre courage vous guidera pour affronter la vie.
Trouver avec ce petit message, toute la force et le courage nécessaire pour affronter cette injuste...
Philippe Labbe
August 03, 2018 | St-Prosper, QC
Nos symphaties à votre famille. Que cette tristesse ce transforme en résilience afin que la mémoire d'Élianna soit toujours en vous. Nos pensées sont avec vous. Victor, Vero & Eric
Eric Roy
August 03, 2018 | St Jean Sur Richelieu, QC | Family
Dear Rose and Family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
May the cherished and blessed memories of Elianna Grace
comfort you now and always.
With heartfelt sympathy,
Chris Daigle
DDS - Cheshire
Chris Daigle
August 02, 2018 | Waterbury, CT | Coworker
I am so thankful to have known this special little angel. Her infectious smile and delightful personality should teach all so many lessons. My heart breaks for Cyndi and Jay and of course great big sister, Charlotte. You are all such an inspiration to us all. You've handled everything that has come your way over the last four years with such poise and grace. I can only hope to be as strong as you in these times. We love you, Linda, Mark and Rikkianne.
Linda McCormack
August 02, 2018 | Seymour, CT | Friend
Cindy Jason and Charlotte,
My heart goes out to you all. Rest in Peace Elianna.
Michelle Evans
August 02, 2018 | Oxford, CT
Sorry for your beloved loss,
Our deepest Condolences from my family to yours
Kurt Siegel
August 02, 2018 | Marlboro, NY | Coworker
May memories of Elianna and the love of family surround you and give you strength in the days ahead.
Susie and Chris Medeiros
August 01, 2018 | Southbury, CT | Acquaintance